Root Canal San Antonio TX
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.
Why a Root Canal? | Stages of a Root Canal | After a Root Canal | Root Canal Cost | Patient Reviews
Why do I need a root canal?
At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.
If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed.
This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment.
We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine. Please call us if you have questions: San Antonio Endodontics Phone Number 210-341-8281.
Are You Seeking Relief from a Painful or Sensitive Tooth?
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Stages of a Root Canal

Healthy Tooth

Tooth Anatomy

Inflammation

Cleaned Canals

Filling Placed

Healed Tooth
Endodontic Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic therapy, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canals are discussed.
What happens after treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond: San Antonio Endodontics Phone Number 210-341-8281. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.
How much will it cost?
The cost associated with a root canal procedure can vary depending on factors, such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.

Patient Reviews: Root Canals
Read testimonials from our patients in their own words! Please visit the Patient Review Form page to leave a review about your root canal experience with this practice. Call our office if you would like more information: San Antonio Endodontics Phone Number 210-341-8281.
San Antonio Endodontics
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
Dr. Ball & his assistant Nancy and the rest of the front desk staff made my experience as good as it possibly could . I appreciate that he explained everything before it was going to happen. I also received a follow-up call the next day and that to me was going above and beyond . I've already recommended his office to three people.
- Nancy F
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Dr. Cloutier performed root canal on lower back tooth. Here are the reasons i recommend him: 1) squeezed me into his schedule so i wouldn't have to suffer all weekend 2) very quick and no pain. 3) great personality and dr/patient manner 4) very compassionate and young/current with state-of-the-art equipment/technology !
- Linda W
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Love the staff and Dr.Coutier saw to it that I felt no pain! Fantastic doctor!!!
- Tina A
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
From the moment I walked in and spoke to the receptionist I felt I was in the right place. The care given by Dr. Cloutier and his assistant Allison was excellent. I highly recommend San Antonio Endodontics to anyone in need of a pain free root canal. This was a very pleasant experience. Thank you!
- Frank P
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Very satisfied with the quick and friendly service!
- Monica H
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Impressive all around. Wonderful facility and people
- Jordan C
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great no ain
- clarissa g
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extremely professional and personal
- tracee l
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Excellent care!
- iabella a
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excellent.
- david v
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
Dr Cloutier and staff were great--friendly and proficient. Would definitely recommend to family/friends
- Aaron M
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
It was such a pleasant experience. I highy recommend Dr. Cloutier.
- Elizabeth S
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MALISSA WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ASSISTING THE DENTIST VERY PREPARED AND HAD VERY GOOD SIDEMANOR TOO; WOULD SURELY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE ! THE DI m
- Rita R
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
Excellent patient care! Dr. Ball was very patient and gentle during my entire treatment. Dr. Ball's dental assistant was great, she answered all my question and made sure I was comfortable. Great front office staff and overall experience!
- Maria C